Greece will impose monthly $160 fine to unvaccinated people over 60

Greece will soon start slapping unvaccinated people over 60 with monthly $160 fines.

Greece will soon start slapping unvaccinated people over 60 with monthly $160 fines. Source: Unsplash: Marquise de Photographie

Greece has announced it will make COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for people aged 60 and over in a move to quell a resurgent virus that is burdening a frail healthcare system. Authorities said those who failed to comply from 16 January would face a recurring monthly fine of 100 euros ($159 AUD).



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